2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 BMW 325. 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 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 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 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |