2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V 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 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 448 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |
