2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 166 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1618 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |