2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 108 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 159 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
