2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Express | 166 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |