2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mustang | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
