2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
