2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 795 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Touareg | 159 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
