2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 671 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod 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 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
