2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stratus | 166 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
