2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | 159 | Azure |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |