2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
