2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 166 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |