2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 13 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 Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
