2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 159 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |