2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 6 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 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | GT | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
