2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 166 | 330 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |