2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 166 | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |