2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
