2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 358 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 159 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |