2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 159 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2355 mm |