2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 275 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 147 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |