2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (385 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GTV | Defender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2708 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |