2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GT and 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo GT 2009 Toyota Corolla
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GT Corolla
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1026 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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