2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 159 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
