2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 159 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |