2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 159 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
