2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX 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 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 166 | FX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |