2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Opel Vivaro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 123 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 166 | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |