2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
