2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 408 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 166 | FX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |