2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |