2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.

Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo 159 2010 Porsche 911
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model 159 911
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3195 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1311 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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