2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 45 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 166 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |
