2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2000 Toyota Tundra 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. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 159 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |