2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1323 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
