2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 159 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |