2005 Acura MDX vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | GTV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
