2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | 159 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |