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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
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 | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
