2006 GMC Savana vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2000 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 Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Savana | 166 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
