2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 166 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
