2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 160 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 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |