2012 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 159 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
