2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GTV | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |