2004 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 166 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |