2002 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche 911 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 911 | 166 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 841 Nm | 289 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |