2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 270 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2010 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
