2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Fortuner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 166 | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |