2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
