2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laguna | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
