2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RDX | 166 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
