2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 283 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |