2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 7 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | 166 | Equator |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |