2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 576 kg more 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 159 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |