2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Volvo S40
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 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 166 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
