2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | 159 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |