2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Peugeot 207 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 159 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
