2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise 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 794 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 159 | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |