2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Murano | 166 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
