2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
