2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 166 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
