2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 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 Subaru R2 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 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | GTV | R2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 56 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |