2002 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Meriva | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Meriva | 166 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |