2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
