2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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 10 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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 (306 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
