1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 166 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |