2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 666 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 159 | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |