2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 166 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |