2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus 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 84 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
