2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Renault Scenic 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. 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 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (188 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 Scenic. 2005 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
