2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Silverado | 156 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2600 mm |