2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 166 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
