2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 145 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |