2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |