2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1136 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry 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 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
