2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.

Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo 166 2010 Suzuki Equator
Make Alfa Romeo Suzuki
Model 166 Equator
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 80 L


 

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