2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
