2001 Acura CL vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, both 2001 Acura CL and 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | CL | GTV |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |