2009 Audi TT vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TT | 159 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
