2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (260 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 2004 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 159 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 322 Nm | 340 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |