2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |