2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Magnum | 159 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
