2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 166 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 42 L |
