2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

Because 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2003 Jeep Wrangler (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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 2003 Jeep Wrangler
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model 166 Wrangler
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 72 L


 

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