2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 166 | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 54 L |
