2008 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | 166 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 69 L |
