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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 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. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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 (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 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 | 2959 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1865 kg |
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 Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |