2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | X-Trail | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2485 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
