2012 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 159 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
