2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 319 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 166 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
