2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2009 Lotus Evora 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 2009 Lotus Evora. 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, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora 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 | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
