2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 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 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 159 | B3000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |