2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 159 | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |