2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 276 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
