2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
