2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.

Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GT 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model GT Tiguan
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 241 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1546 kg
Vehicle Height 340 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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