2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
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 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 159 | Aveo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |