2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 166 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
