2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
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 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 166 | AAC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |