2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 921 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 Armada (522 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Armada | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
