2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 166 | Solara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |