1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 166 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
