2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Touareg | 159 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
