2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3122 mm |
