2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 159 | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 5552 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 | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |