2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |