2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra

To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 474 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (306 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alfa Romeo 147 2004 Nissan Xterra
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model 147 Xterra
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3278 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 274 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 73 L


 

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