2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 166 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
