2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
