2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 BMW 120
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2006 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 166 | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |