2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A4 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
