2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 2008 Ford Edge 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. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Edge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
