2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | 159 | Outlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |