1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Armada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |