2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 784 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 159 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |