2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 166 | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |