2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 159 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
