2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 992 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | 166 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |