1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano 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 Murano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
