2007 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TSX | 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TSX | 166 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |