2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
