2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GTV 2005 Hyundai Terracan
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model GTV Terracan
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 236 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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