2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 159 | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |