2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 166 | A4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |