2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | X3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |