2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Alfa Romeo Mitsubishi
Model GT Outlander
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1745 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2500 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1530 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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