2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 418 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 166 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |