2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
