1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Nuvola | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
