2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2002 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 166 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
