2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo GT and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
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2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |