2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,389 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 330 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1745 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 138 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 48 L


 

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