2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 959 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GTV | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |