2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 159 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
