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 (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 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 269 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 | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |