2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 279 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, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |