2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 159 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
