2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 166 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
