2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 3 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, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GT | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
