2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3260 mm |
