2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
