2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.

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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model 147 Veracruz
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 260 HP
Torque 181 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 78 L


 

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