2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
