2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stratus | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
