2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. 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 92 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato 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.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 166 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |