2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Opel Signum 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 73 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 136 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 166 | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |