2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
