2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 967 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | MiTo | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
