2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 369 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
