1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
