2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 936 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 159 | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |