2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 545 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 159 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |