2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GT and 2009 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 340 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
Model | GT | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |