2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 864 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 166 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |