2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 147 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
