2000 Volvo V40 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
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, 2000 Volvo V40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo V40 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V40 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
