2010 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, both 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 147 | 159 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.1 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 | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |