2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |