2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GT and 2009 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |