2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sport Wagon | 159 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
