2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2916 mm |
