2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 56 L |
