2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (310 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 156 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
