2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 347 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 166 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
