2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 5 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |