2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 156 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
