1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 799 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 145 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 102 L |
