2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 2006 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2298 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
