2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Mini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cooper | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
