2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Rover 45 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 159 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
