2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 159 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |