2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 166 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
