2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Caldina | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caldina | 166 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
