2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Audi A3

To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 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) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo 166 2013 Audi A3
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 166 A3
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 197 HP
Torque 289 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4292 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1423 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2578 mm


 

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