2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
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2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 159 | Partner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |