2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
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 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
