2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 166 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 83 L |
