2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 34 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.

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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2008 Toyota Tundra
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model 166 Tundra
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 100 L


 

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