2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 10 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | GTV | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |