2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 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 271 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. 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 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6. 2013 Mazda 6 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. 2013 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 159 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |