2004 Acura EL vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | EL | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
