2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 325 | 166 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |