2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Lada 111
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Lada 111 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Lada 111. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Lada 111 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | 159 | 111 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |