2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 822 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
