2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 484 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sprinter | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
