2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 166 | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |