2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 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 79 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 166 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 53 L |