2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger 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 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 51 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 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger. 2012 Dodge Avenger 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. 2012 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
