2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
