2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (236 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 166 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
