1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
