2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 6 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 64 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 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 166 | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |