2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 166 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |