2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 51 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 159 | Range Rover Evoque |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1669 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2662 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |