2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 147 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
