2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
