2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Audi A6

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 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 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 2004 Audi A6
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model GTV A6
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 6.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.3 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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