2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ram | 166 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
