2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 166 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |