2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (250 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 155 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.
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 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Dodge Intrepid 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 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
