2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 2,959 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 37 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 166 | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |