2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 873 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.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | 159 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |