1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 523 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
