2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 159 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
