2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 166 | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
