2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2006 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 940 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 Yukon 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 Yukon 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 Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model 166 Yukon
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 400 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 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 98 L