2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
