2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,172 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
