2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
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 Audi A4 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 166 | A4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |