2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Terracan | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
