2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 885 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.
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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Acadia | 166 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |