2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 166 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
