2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 BMW 125 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |