1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Alfa Romeo GTV 2006 Toyota Tundra
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GTV Tundra
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.6 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L


 

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