2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 542 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 166 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |