2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 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 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |