2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 166 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
