2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 111 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 166 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 83 L |
