2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 291 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 166 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1845 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |