1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
