2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 166 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
