2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada

To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 906 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alfa Romeo 156 2004 Nissan Armada
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model 156 Armada
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 5555 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 Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2416 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 106 L