2011 Acura TL vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 2011 Acura TL 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. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TL | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | 147 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
