2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.

Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo 159 2011 Nissan Frontier
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model 159 Frontier
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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