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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP). 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 604 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
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 | 1910 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
