2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 166 | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |