2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 970 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 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX 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 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 166 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2807 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 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
