2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 195 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 159 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
