2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. 2003 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 166 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |