2008 Honda Element vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Element | GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |