2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 159 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |