2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 58 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
