2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 20 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 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 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 166 | S4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |