2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 159 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 322 Nm | 451 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |