2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 749 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 159 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
