2001 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz C and 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (244 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C | 166 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
