2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Peugeot 306 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 (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 166 | 306 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |