2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 147 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |