2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GT and 2009 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (407 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 218 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 407 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |