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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 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 103 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 | 2387 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1645 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 Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |