1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 166 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
