2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
