2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Malibu | 166 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 69 L |
