2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Audi A8
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 495 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 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GTV | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |