2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 60 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 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 166 | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |