2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 166 Avensis
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.6 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 60 L


 

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