2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tucson | 159 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
