2005 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 2 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |
