2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |