2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 29 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 55 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 166 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
