2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
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 Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 125 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 Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
