2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Dodge Journey

To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

Because 2011 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2011 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2011 Dodge Journey
Make Alfa Romeo Dodge
Model 166 Journey
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4887 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1834 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 78 L