2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 166 | Drifter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1560 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |