2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |