2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 957 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |