2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V 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 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
