2002 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A4 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 69 L |
