2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vectra | 166 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
