2009 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A6 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
