2010 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, both 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2010 Hyundai ix35 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 147 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
