2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 122 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2012 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Alfa Romeo GTV 2012 Toyota Camry
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GTV Camry
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1472 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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