2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 268 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2004 Nissan Frontier
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model 166 Frontier
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 3278 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 318 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 8.9:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 73 L