2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 144 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 166 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |