2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 755 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GTV | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2895 mm |
