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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
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 (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 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 | 2655 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
