2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 159 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
