2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Sienna. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |