2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 10 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva 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 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
