2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |