2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 572 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
