1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
