2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 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 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GTV | A5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |