2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 166 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |