2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | 159 | XL7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |