2011 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2011 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | S-Max |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |