2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 5 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 35 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 5 | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |