2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 715 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 2003 Porsche Cayenne
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model GTV Cayenne
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 3164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 246 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 214 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.8 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.3 L/100km 17.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 92 L


 

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