2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 872 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.
Because 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX 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 | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | 166 | GX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 87 L |
