2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, both 2010 Mazda 6 and 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 176 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 6 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 6 | 147 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |