2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
