2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
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2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |