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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. 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. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 305 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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 | 2386 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
