2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
