1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 585 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GTV | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |