2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 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.
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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2006 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | GT | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |