2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1411 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
