2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000.
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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 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 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 166 | B3000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |