2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 136 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 897 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |