2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 757 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 166 | Routan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 78 L |