2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
