2003 Honda Stream vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stream | 166 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
