2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 2003 Mazda 6
Make Alfa Romeo Mazda
Model GTV 6
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 255 km/hour 194 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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