2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Audi A8
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 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 29 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2772 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
