2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3260 mm |
