2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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 GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
