2012 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 593 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Odyssey | GT |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |