1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
