2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra 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 88 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 78 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
