2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300.
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 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 300 | 159 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |