1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Durango | 166 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
