2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
