2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 147 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
