2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Nissan Livina
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2008 Nissan Livina were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 52 L |
