2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |