2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 2 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. Both 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2006 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 115 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, 2006 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra 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 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |