2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback 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 68 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GTV | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
