2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
