2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (260 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 159 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
