2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146

To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 814 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Xterra 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
Make Nissan Alfa Romeo
Model Xterra 146
Year Released 2011 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4539 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1902 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 51 L


 

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