2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |