2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Cadillac STS-V were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 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 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Cadillac STS-V 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 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Cadillac STS-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 159 | STS-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 595 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
