1999 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 1999 BMW X5 and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | X5 | 166 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |