2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 159 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
