2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 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 152 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1118 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 Sierra 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 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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 166 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 129 L |
