2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | X-Trail | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
