2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
