2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 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) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
