2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Polo | 166 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 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 Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
