1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Korando | 166 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
