2002 Peugeot Partner vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot Partner. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot Partner | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Partner | 159 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1070 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
