2004 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
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 (281 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | 159 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |