2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Mazda Washu
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Mazda Washu were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Washu weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2003 Mazda Washu has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Washu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Mazda Washu | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Washu |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
