2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 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) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 78 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | GTV | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |