2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 155 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 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GTV | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
