2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |