2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300

To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.

Because 2007 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo 159 2007 Chrysler 300
Make Alfa Romeo Chrysler
Model 159 300
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 5652 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 222 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 73 L


 

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