2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |