2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Ford Lynx
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Ford Lynx were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Ford Lynx. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Ford Lynx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 166 | Lynx |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |