2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 407 | 166 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |