2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 BMW X Activity

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 BMW X Activity were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 185 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 BMW X Activity 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 BMW X Activity 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 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity 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 2003 BMW X Activity
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GTV X Activity
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 162 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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