2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 166 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |