2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord 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 335 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 159 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |