2011 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 2 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1021 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.
Because 2011 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Savana | 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Savana | GT |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |