2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 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 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Solara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |