2006 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S4 | 166 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |