2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 92 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GTV | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |