2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 86 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 159 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1602 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
