2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 10 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 166 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |