1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 12 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 166 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
