2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 647 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | 147 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |