2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Audi Q7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |