2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |