2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 166 | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 106 L |