2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
