2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |