2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Audi TT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | TT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |