2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GT and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 129 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GT | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |