2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 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 77 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
