2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |