2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Passat | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 69 L |
