2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |