2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 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 131 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
