2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 65 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 159 | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |