2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster 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 610 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Because 2007 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 159 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |