2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
