2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |