2010 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 159 | GTD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
