2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 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 72 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Renault Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 159 | Logan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |