2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta 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 125 kg more than 2009 Lancia Delta.
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 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 159 | Delta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |