2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 166 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 79 L |