1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |