2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 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 Audi A4 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 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A4 | 166 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |