2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 10 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 147 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |