2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 147 | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |