2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 159 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
