2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 250 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
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 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 159 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |