2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
