2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Liana | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Liana | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
