2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 185 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
