2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 125 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 259 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | GTV | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |