2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. 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 90 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | GTV | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
