2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 672 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 166 | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 117 L |
