2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 159 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
