2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (158 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |