2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 166 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |