2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,768 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon 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 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 159 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2768 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
