2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown 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 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Crown. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Toyota Crown. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Crown. (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
