2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2002 Saab 9-X
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2002 Saab 9-X were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Saab 9-X.
Because 2002 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 9-X 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, 2002 Saab 9-X (410 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm). This means 2002 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. 2002 Saab 9-X has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saab 9-X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2002 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 166 | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
