2000 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Escape | 166 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
