2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Taurus | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
