2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon 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 2011 GMC Canyon. 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | GT | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
