2005 Saturn Vue vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 36 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.
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, 2005 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Saturn | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vue | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 69 L |
