2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 941 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Express | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 69 L |
