2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Toyota Condor were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GTV Condor
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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