2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A4 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 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
