2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Focus | 147 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
