2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 166 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |
