2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 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 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
