2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 147 | Aveo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |