2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GT 2001 Toyota Condor
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Condor
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1745 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1446 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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