1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 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 9 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 166 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
