2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
