2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (112 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (206 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
