2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MPV weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 147 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
