2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |