2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. 2006 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | 166 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |