2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 458 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 159 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |
