2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 159 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
