2006 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2006 BMW 318 and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2006 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 318 | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
