2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 159 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |