2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 147 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 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 | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
