2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.

Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo 159 2007 Nissan Altima
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model 159 Altima
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 1469 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption City 15.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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