2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 85 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
