2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | 159 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |