2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
