2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 166 | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |