2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape 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 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
