2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (221 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tucson | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 69 L |
