2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 877 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 166 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 98 L |
