2001 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 549 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 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | 166 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
