2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
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 | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1266 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |