2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
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 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 126 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 159 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
