2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 166 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 79 L |