2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Opel Combo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Opel Combo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 166 | Combo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 53 L |