2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 159 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |