2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |