2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 105 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | GTV | 5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |