1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 BMW X5

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 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 2005 BMW X5
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GTV X5
Year Released 1997 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1969 cc 2926 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 93 L


 

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