1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 298 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
