2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
