2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo GT and 2004 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.

Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 2004 Toyota Tacoma
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Tacoma
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2688 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1492 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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