2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 166 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
