2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
