2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Passat | 166 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
