2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 156 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2467 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
