2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1291 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.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
