2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 166 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |
