1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | A6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
