2010 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Envoy | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Envoy | 156 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
