2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Ford Ka 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 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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 @ 1500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |