2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2001 Alfa Romeo 147
Make Audi Alfa Romeo
Model Q7 147
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 494 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 1000 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 208 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2605 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 60 L


 

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