2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 159 | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |