2008 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 747 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
