2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 135 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.

Because 2006 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo GT 2006 Toyota Quantum
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Quantum
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 93.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 243 km/hour 135 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 28.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 14 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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