2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 63 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 166 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 226 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 | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |