2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 MG ZT-T
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 MG ZT-T were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 30 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT-T. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT-T weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT-T. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT-T. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2003 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2003 MG ZT-T 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.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 166 | ZT-T |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |