2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
