2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 725 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 Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
