2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue. 2007 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
Model | 159 | Vue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |