1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 166 | X5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |