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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 81 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 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 | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| 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 | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
