2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | X3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |