2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2000 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stealth.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2000 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 159 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
