2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo GT 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+
Make Alfa Romeo Suzuki
Model GT Wagon R+
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1327 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 69.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 209 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 41 L


 

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