2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 159 | Crosswagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
