2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |