2003 Toyota Mark II vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Mark II | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mark II | 166 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
