2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1199 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 GMC Yukon 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 2013 GMC Yukon. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon 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 2013 GMC Yukon
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model GT Yukon
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 327 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 101 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 2539 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1954 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.3 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 93 L


 

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