2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Maserati Kubang were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Kubang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Because 2003 Maserati Kubang 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 Maserati Kubang 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 Maserati Kubang (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Kubang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Maserati Kubang 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 Maserati Kubang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 2003 Maserati Kubang
Make Alfa Romeo Maserati
Model GTV Kubang
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Size 1968 cc 4244 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1660 mm


 

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