2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |