2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
