2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 2013 BMW X6 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. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |