2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 GMC Savana

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1082 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model 166 Savana
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 4801 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 285 HP
Torque 181 Nm 400 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 2577 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 6210 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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