2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 159 | Juke |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |