2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 159 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
