2011 Alfa Romeo 159 3.2 V6 Q4 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 SW 3.2 JTS V6 Q4

To start off, both 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 3.2 V6 Q4 and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 SW 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 3.2 V6 Q4 and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 SW 3.2 JTS V6 Q4 are equipped with a 3,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 3.2 V6 Q4 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 SW 3.2 JTS V6 Q4.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 322 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Alfa Romeo 159 3.2 V6 Q4 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 SW 3.2 JTS V6 Q4
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model 159 159
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 3195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 322 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 240 km/hour 232 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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