2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Chevrolet Kalos 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 166 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 453 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Kalos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |