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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 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 821 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 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 | 2198 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
