2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Chevrolet HHR were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 166 | HHR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |