2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 633 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Express | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
