2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Toyota Caldina 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 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 2005 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Caldina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |