2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 223 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (289 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
