2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 84 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 159 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |