2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Life |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 31 L |
