2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Armada | 156 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
