2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.

Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2003 SsangYong Korando
Make Alfa Romeo SsangYong
Model 166 Korando
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2400 RPM
Top Speed 211 km/hour 148 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 16.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 70 L


 

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