2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Venza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |