2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 BMW 525 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 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (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 525. 2009 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
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 |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |