2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 159 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
