2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 166 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
