1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 304 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 166 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
