2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |