2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jetta | 166 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
