2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 945 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
