2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 147 | Sebring |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |