2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 148 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 441 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo GT 2012 Honda Jazz
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GT Jazz
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 71.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 243 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1047 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 42 L


 

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