2010 Peugeot 407 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 407 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 407 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
