2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
