2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 3 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2010 Audi TT 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. 2010 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 159 | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
