2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
