2010 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 15 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Venza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 159 | Venza |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |