2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 35 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |