2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 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 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Opirus | 166 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
