1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,959 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
