2005 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, both 2005 Acura RSX and 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | RSX | GTV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3178 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |