2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon.
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, 2004 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Neon 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 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
