2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 Vauxhall Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 166 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |