2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 878 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada 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 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
