2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
