2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 793 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 166 | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 132 L |