2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon and 2005 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Crosswagon | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
