2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.8 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 | 1485 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
