2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 BMW 520 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 50 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 166 | 520 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |