2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 69 L |
