2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 159 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1668 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |