2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GT | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |