2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 10 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.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2648 mm |
