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 2,959 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 97 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 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 Vectra. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 166 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |