2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Primera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |