2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Zafira |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |