2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2004 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | GTV | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |