2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass.
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, 2013 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 166 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
