2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | 156 | Sonoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |