2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | GTV | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |