2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Grand Scenic 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 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 159 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
