2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 5 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 215 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.
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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | S5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |