2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 166 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |