2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
