2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TL | 159 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |