2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 161 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.
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 (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |