2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mustang | GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
